How much does a cheap train ticket from Santa Barbara to Santa Clara cost?

The average train ticket price from Santa Barbara to Santa Clara is R 695. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Santa Barbara to Santa Clara is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Santa Barbara to Santa Clara?

A train trip between Santa Barbara and Santa Clara is around 4h 15m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 3m. This is the time it takes to travel the 385 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Santa Barbara and Santa Clara?

The number of trains from Santa Barbara to Santa Clara can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Santa Barbara to Santa Clara by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Santa Barbara to Santa Clara?

When taking the train from Santa Barbara to Santa Clara, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Train Santa Barbara to Santa Clara from R 510 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Santa Barbara to Santa Clara on 15 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:53	Train Station	4h 7m	11:00	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	Cheapest
18:57	Train Station	4h 3m	23:00	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	Fastest
09:58	Train Station	8h 12m	18:10	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags
09:58	Train Station	8h 12m	18:10	Santa Clara Transit Center	No tags
09:58	Train Station	8h 20m	18:18	Great America Station	No tags
09:58	Train Station	8h 20m	18:18	Great America Station	No tags
06:53	Train Station	4h 7m	11:00	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	No tags
08:49	Train Station	4h 11m	13:00	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 1:59 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Santa Clara

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Santa Clara. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 731, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

5h 50mAverage duration

185 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 731 - R 804	Average duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 695 - R 1 895	Average duration4h 15m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 583 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5583 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 549

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Barbara - Santa Clara, US

How much does a cheap train ticket from Santa Barbara to Santa Clara cost?
The average train ticket price from Santa Barbara to Santa Clara is R 695. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Santa Barbara to Santa Clara is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the train trip from Santa Barbara to Santa Clara?
A train trip between Santa Barbara and Santa Clara is around 4h 15m, although the fastest train will take about 4h 3m. This is the time it takes to travel the 385 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Santa Barbara and Santa Clara?
The number of trains from Santa Barbara to Santa Clara can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Santa Barbara to Santa Clara by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Santa Barbara to Santa Clara?
When taking the train from Santa Barbara to Santa Clara, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/11

R 651

13/11

R 510

Today

R 616

15/11

R 651

16/11

R 563

17/11

R 616

18/11

No data

19/11

R 563

The cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Santa Clara, US was searched and found on 13 Nov 2025 with a price of R 510

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Santa Barbara to Santa Clara, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 510 to R 4 359 for a train ticket from Santa Barbara to Santa Clara, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 563, which is on 2025-11-16.

What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Barbara to Santa Clara, US?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time5h 50m	Avg priceR 731	Daily departures2
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time4h 15m	Avg priceR 695	Daily departures6

The best way to travel between Santa Barbara and Santa Clara, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 695 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 695. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Santa Clara, US, choose the train, as it will take you from Santa Barbara to Santa Clara, US in about 4h 15m – that's the fastest way to get there!